I know this question has probably been asked a lot, but I need some help with a baby turtle we just got. We got him from a woman selling them in front of the supermarket, probably not the best choice but I couldnt walk away knowing that some ignorant person was going to buy one for their kids and eventually lose interest and let it die. So I view it as saving one. Anyway I think he is a red ear slider, from the research I did. Right now he is 8x4 plastic container. The lady said that he could stay in there for 5 months. Should I get him a larger container? I already put in a rock so he could bask. I just need to know how to care for him, so that he doesnt die. I would feel so bad if this little guy died because of neglect on my part. Please help!
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Hibernation:: Red-eared Sliders hibernate the winter at the bottom of ponds or shallow lakes. They become inactive, in October, when temperatures fall below 50°F.They usually go underwater. They have been found under banks and hollow stumps and rocks. In warmer winter climates they can become active and come to the surface for basking. When the temperature begins to drop again, they will return to hibernation state. Sliders will generally come up for food in early March to as late as the end of April. Red Eared Sliders kept captive indoors, should not hibernate. To prevent attempted hibernation in an aquarium, lights should be on for 12-14 hours per day and the water temperature should be maintained between 76-80 degrees F. Water temperatures must be under 55 degrees
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